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5 Highest Powerplay Scores For Punjab Kings In IPL History

Poulomi Chakraborty

Punjab Kings' Outstanding Powerplay Performance (Source: AP Photos)Punjab Kings' Outstanding Powerplay Performance (Source: AP Photos)

The T20 cricket always spreads some limitless thrills, and the powerplay is a crucial part of every game. Having solid runs in powerplay often pushes teams to a fighting total. After years of setbacks, the Punjab Kings have stepped up in the ongoing IPL season with all their heroics.

Under Shreyas Iyer’s Iyer’s leadership, the franchise is showcasing their class almost in every game. In their electrifying clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Punjab Kings rewrite the record books with a stunning powerplay performance. In this article, we will explore the top 5 highest powerplay scores of PBKS in IPL.

5. 77/1 Against Rajasthan Royals In IPL 2011

In IPL 2011, Punjab Kings showcased their class while facing the Rajasthan Royals in Mohali. While batting first, Adam Gilchrist and Paul Valthaty opened the innings and gave a fiery start.

After his dismissal, Paul Valthaty and Shaun Marsh stitched a crucial partnership. Their explosive effort powered PBKS to 77/1 in the Powerplay, their fifth-highest score in IPL history during the first six overs.

4. 83/1 Against Royal Challengers Bengaluru In IPL 2022

In the IPL 2022, the Punjab Kings showcased another explosive display against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. While opening the innings, Jonny Bairstow and Dhawan gave a destructive start.

With some big hits, Bairstow grabbed the momentum, and Dhawan’s fireworks added sparks to their innings. With that, they registered their fourth-highest power-play score of 83/1.

3. 86/1 Against Sunrisers Hyderabad In IPL 2014

In IPL 2014, the Punjab Kings locked horns in a thrilling encounter with the Sunrisers Hyderabad, and fans enjoyed a thrilling show. While chasing the 206 runs total, Punjab Kings faced a massive setback after Sehwag fell for only 4 runs.

After that, Manan Vohra and Wriddhiman Saha made a crucial partnership, putting on a massive total of 86/1 in the powerplay. Their explosive stand not only revived the innings but also registered PBKS’s third-highest Powerplay score in IPL history.

2. 89/1 Against Sunrisers Hyderabad In IPL 2025

As the IPL 2025 is going on, the Punjab Kings scripted another thrilling show against the Sunrisers Hyderabad. As they are in an exceptional form, they gave a dazzling start while batting first. While opening the innings, Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh showcased their destruction from the beginning.

 After Arya’s dismissal, captain Shreyas Iyer joined Prabhsimran Singh and carried on the momentum. Their explosive partnership saw them rack up 89/1 in the Powerplay, marking PBKS’s second-highest Powerplay score in tournament history.

1. 93/1 Against Kolkata Knight Riders In IPL 2024

Their highest-ever powerplay score is still untouched as they showcased their beast form against the Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2024. While chasing the total of massive 262 runs, Punjab scripted history with their batting display. Prabhsimran Singh and Jonny Bairstow gave a fiery start.

Smashing some big hits, Prabhsimran Singh crafted a fiery half-century, and Barirstow’s dominance kept the opponent bowlers under pressure. Their explosive partnership propelled the team to an astounding 93/1 in the Powerplay, marking PBKS’s highest-ever score in this crucial phase.